Assistant Production Manager at Summit Recruitment and Search

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect all fields related to Sisal production with an intensive crop scouting program and advise the Production Manager through a weekly crop report.
• Supervise the planting, spraying, harvesting & any other operations related to Sisal production as advised by the Production Manager – Sisal.
• Where necessary identify and train a Crop scouting team and maintain a systematic program going forward.
• Prepare monthly management reports for the GM and Production manager in the format specified, with an emphasis on KPIs.
• Assist in the Management and maintenance in all equipment and buildings associated with sisal operations.
• Ensure plant, machinery, and vehicles are maintained in good/safe working order and are serviced as required. Monitor replacement requirements.
• Take responsibility for health and safety in seed potato operations, ensuring

Qualifications

• A degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, or a related field would be beneficial
• Previous experience in agricultural production or farm management
• Knowledge of crop scouting techniques, planting, spraying, harvesting practices, and general agricultural operations.
• Familiarity with budgeting, reporting, and staff management systems would also be important.
• Experience in coordinating work programs, assigning responsibilities, and ensuring productivity would be necessary.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in agricultural settings and the ability to enforce safe working practices and standards.
• Must have a driving licence and be able to ride a motorbike as well.